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Zach Wahls Brings U.S. Senate Campaign to Oskaloosa, Outlines Path to Challenge Senator Joni Ernst

State Senator Zach Wahls visited Oskaloosa on Sunday, bringing his campaign for the U.S. Senate to Mahaska County with a grassroots stop in “The Alley.”

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — State Senator Zach Wahls visited Oskaloosa on Sunday, bringing his campaign for the U.S. Senate to Mahaska County with a grassroots stop in “The Alley.” The Coralville lawmaker is positioning himself as a generational change candidate, building on his reputation as a pragmatic progressive who says he can unite Democrats, Independents, and […]

The Climb Hosts Fundraiser and Awareness Event in Oskaloosa

The Climb hosted a special event on Sunday in the Alley as a way to raise awareness and also collect much needed items to help those in need.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Community members gathered on Sunday to support The Climb, a local program focused on meeting the needs of residents through its thrift store, food cupboard, and community outreach efforts. The event, held in the alley outside their location in the Penn Central Mall, invited attendees to enjoy root beer floats for a […]

Oskaloosa School Board Advances Charter Grant, Expands SRO Program

Oskaloosa Community School Board

Oskaloosa, Iowa — The Oskaloosa School Board approved several key initiatives during its regular meeting on August 12, including the pursuit of a state charter school grant, expansion of its school resource officer (SRO) program, and updates to employee and operational handbooks. Charter School Grant Application Board members unanimously approved an intent to apply for […]

Musco Expanding with New Product Reliability Building at Former Spencer Site

Musco Corporation is expanding its footprint in Oskaloosa with the construction of a new product reliability building at 500 High Avenue West

Oskaloosa, Iowa – Musco Corporation is expanding its footprint in Oskaloosa with the construction of a new product reliability building at 500 High Avenue West, a site once home to the H.L. Spencer building. The project, proposed by Industrial Development, LLC—a Musco-affiliated entity—received unanimous approval from the Oskaloosa Planning & Zoning Commission during its August […]

Holmberg Wins At-Large Council Seat in Special Election, Eyes November Run

August 2025 Oskaloosa City Council Special Election.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Andy Holmberg secured a decisive victory Tuesday night in a special election to fill the vacant at-large seat on the Oskaloosa City Council, earning 448 of the 673 total votes cast. The special election was triggered earlier this summer after Nicholas Ryan submitted a petition to fill the vacancy left by former […]

City Council Deadlocks on 8th Avenue West Project; Development Agreement and Other Key Items Delayed

Oskaloosa City Hall

OSKALOOSA, Iowa (August 4, 2025) — The Oskaloosa City Council reached a stalemate Monday night on whether to proceed with the long-debated reconstruction of 8th Avenue West. With a 3–3 tie, the motion to approve the final plans and award the contract failed, pushing the decision to a future meeting. The proposed project includes resurfacing […]

Mahaska County Supervisors Advance SE Connector Project, Approve Law Enforcement Agreements

Mahaska County Courthouse

OSKALOOSA, Iowa (August 4, 2025) — The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors approved a series of agreements and licenses during Monday morning’s meeting, including updates to the longstanding law enforcement partnership with the City of Oskaloosa and several items related to the Southeast Connector Project. Updated Law Enforcement Agreements Finalized Supervisors approved an amendment to […]

City Council Candidate Q&A: Manny Garcia Shares Background, Priorities, and Vision for Oskaloosa

Manny Garcia at a recent city council meet and greet.

1. Background &; Personal Lens Help voters connect with who you are and what you stand for. 1. Tell us about your work history and how it has shaped your priorities. Manny – For most of my adult life I have worked in the field of Christian Ministry, specifically for the Friends Church, first as […]

City Council Candidate Q&A: Andy Holmberg Shares Background, Priorities, and Vision for Oskaloosa

Andy Holmberg at a recent city council meet and greet.

1. Background &; Personal Lens Help voters connect with who you are and what you stand for. 1. Tell us about your work history and how it has shaped your priorities. Andy – I’ve worked since I was fourteen years old.  My parents taught me the value of work and doing the best you can […]

City Council Candidate Q&A: Nick Ryan Shares Background, Priorities, and Vision for Oskaloosa

Nick Ryan at a recent city council meet and greet.

Oskaloosa News sent a series of written questions to all candidates running for the vacant At-Large seat on the Oskaloosa City Council. The questions were designed to give voters a clear understanding of each candidate’s background, values, and approach to city government. Each candidate was given the same set of questions and asked to return […]

               

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